Audiences of Crimson Peak are more than likely to see the film for one of two reasons. Either they know that the film features a scantily clad Tom Hiddleston at a least one point, and […]
Waris Hussein: Groundbreaking Director
Moving from India to the UK at the age of just nine, no one could have predicted that Lucklow born Waris Hussein (1938-present) would have gone on to have such a successful and arguably ground-breaking […]
Transformers: When will it end?
There is a point when sequels, spin offs and TV series need to stop and take a break for a decade or three; and yet, even though the recently-announced plans for a further three Transformers […]
The Intern – Pertinent points or a tired cliche?
Having recently spent a load of time scrolling through and applying for internships this summer, I was naturally curious when The Intern landed in cinemas last month. With both its leads being played by Hollywood […]
Review: The Walk – A wobbly performance from Gordon-Levitt
The story of Philippe Petit, the only person ever to tightrope walk across the twin towers, is one which has the true ability to captivate people through its sheer brilliance and audacity. Carried out in […]
Suffragette: Oscar-bait or fitting homage to incredible women?
Xa Rodger and Heather Nash discuss the depiction of the women’s rights movement in Sarah Gavron’s latest film… On 4th June 1913 Emily Wilding Davison stepped in front of King George V’s horse at Derby […]
Review: No/Gloss Film Festival
In early October, No/Gloss Film Festival returned to Leeds for its fourth year of showcasing the best from the underground, DIY film scene. Many of the films this year touched on contentious themes in cinema such […]
Review: Finding Fela – Enthralling viewing for the uninitiated
The significance and diversity accorded to Black History Month this year in Leeds has been truly refreshing. With artists such as Akala and the poet Wole Soyinka already blazing the trail to diversify dialogues on […]
Review: The Visit – Strong concept, worse execution
The latest release from M. Night Shyamalan was a truly mixed package. After fifteen years of no contact, teenage Becca and her younger brother Tyler receive an invitation to visit their maternal grandparents. Hopeful, the […]
Review: Convenience – Attack the Block meets Hot Fuzz
Convenience premiered on Friday 2nd October with a real bank of talent behind its production, including Keri Collins, BAFTA winning director and writer for film and television, Adeel Akhta (Shaan) BAFTA Nominee, Ray Panthaki (A.J.) […]
Review: The Martian – A triumph in blockbuster filmmaking
Legendary director Ridley Scott has been through a weaker patch lately. Once the craftsman behind a whole string of relentless and innovative hits and cult classics including Blade Runner and Gladiator, his recent slew of films […]
Review – Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials: More lukewarm than scorching
The second instalment of the Maze Runner franchise begins mere minutes after the previous film ended. Thomas (Dylan O’Brian) and his friends are transported by helicopter to a fortified outpost. There, they find themselves in […]